Supervisory Assistant

Wmjobs; Dudley; Hybrid; GBP 3,800 - 4,700; Part time

Job summary

The Brier School in Dudley is seeking a Supervisory Assistant to support pupils during lunchtime and play times. The role focuses on safe, enjoyable and positive experiences across dining halls and designated areas.

The ideal candidate will be calm, reliable and compassionate, with a genuine commitment to supporting children with additional needs. Training will be provided; experience with SEN is desirable but not essential.

Qualifications

• Lunchtime supervision duties for pupils.
• Ability to encourage positive social interactions.
• Support pupils with eating and promote independence where appropriate.

Responsibilities

• Supervising and supporting pupils during lunchtime activities.
• Encouraging positive social interactions and appropriate behaviour.
• Assisting pupils with eating and promoting independence where appropriate.
• Helping pupils to engage safely in play and recreational activities.
• Supporting pupils' emotional wellbeing and individual needs.
• Ensuring the safety, welfare and inclusion of all pupils at all times.
• Reporting concerns and incidents in line with school procedures.

Skills

Lunch supervision

SEN experience desirable

Calm and compassionate

Observation and reporting

Job description

The Brier School , including the Unicorn Satellite Centre is a successful all-through special school serving pupils with complex learning needs. Our designation is for ‘moderate learning difficulties’, however in recent years, the complexity of pupils joining The Brier School has increased significantly.

In our schools within Ascent Multi Academy Trust, we aim to provide a happy, caring and stimulating environment where children feel safe and valued, and are actively encouraged and supported to achieve the very best they can.

Location: The Brier School Position: Supervisory Assistant

Contract: 11.25 hrs per week, 38 weeks

Salary: Grade 2, SCP 4 Start Date: As soon as possible

The Brier School are looking to appoint a caring, reliable and enthusiastic Supervisory Assistant to join our friendly team. The successful candidate will help ensure that pupils have a safe, enjoyable and positive lunchtime experience by supervising children in the dining hall, playground and other designated areas.

Duties will include:

• Supervising and supporting pupils during lunchtime activities.
• Encouraging positive social interactions and appropriate behaviour.
• Assisting pupils with eating and promoting independence where appropriate.
• Helping pupils to engage safely in play and recreational activities.
• Supporting pupils' emotional wellbeing and individual needs.
• Ensuring the safety, welfare and inclusion of all pupils at all times.
• Reporting concerns and incidents in line with school procedures.

The ideal candidate will be calm, reliable and compassionate, with a genuine commitment to supporting children with additional needs. Experience of working with children or young people with SEN is desirable but not essential, as training will be provided.

This is an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful difference to the lives of our pupils and become part of a supportive and dedicated school community.

Closing date: Monday 12th October 2026

Interview date: Friday 23rd October 2026 (TBC)

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children; therefore, the post is subject to medical clearance and an enhanced DBS check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

All applicants must be able to provide documentation to prove their right to work in the UK.

Please note: Dudley MBC does not currently offer sponsorship for candidates without the Right to Work in the UK.

Effective from September 2022, KCSIE states as part of the shortlisting process schools and colleges should consider carrying out on-line searches, as part of the due diligence on shortlisted candidates. This is to determine suitability to work with children and keep them safe. All shortlisted candidates are now subject to an on-line check and if there is anything concerning, then the shortlisted candidate will be asked to comment on it either prior to or at interview.

N.B., We reserve the right to close this vacancy prior to the advertised dateshould we receive a large number of applications.

Attached documents
Supervisory Assistant Job Description September 2026.pdf
Supervisory Assistant Person Specification September 2026.pdf